Since bursting onto the scene last year US singer Lady Gaga has been one of the music world's most visible performers, appearing on numerous occasions in the UK as well as on her home turf Stateside.

However, the double chart topper – whose real name is Stefani Germanotta - has been told by her record company to take time out if she wants to avoid burn out. It's suggesting a month-long break in August in order to give her the chance to recover from the recent heavy workload.

"Stefani has been working relentlessly since last summer," a source told the Sun. "She has criss-crossed the globe on numerous occasions…and the pressure has now started to get to her."

The cancellation of the singer's August commitments will provide a welcome break for the 23-year-old. As well as playing Glastonbury in June, she's got a series of own concerts lined up and will also be supporting Take That on four of their stadium gigs